1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 6 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | Project Vantage | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
